Implant and acne
How our community feel implant has affected their skin
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
No change
14%
Don't know
3%
Out of the 601 reviews for implant, 31 people (5%) reported acne.
Reviewers that reported acne as a side effect
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
Used for 18 mo - 3 yr
28 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 1 week ago
I found the procedure fine. Changed from the pill so I didn’t have to take medication daily which was convenient. I did get acne on this contraception which did get severe so had to change.
Worse skin
0 helpful
0 comments
Used for 1 - 3 mo
25 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 17th Mar 25
took the bandage and plaster off to let the area breathe. (Added new plaster on the second day then removed it once I was sure that the bleeding stopped/wopuld stop. Noticed some bruising, but nothing too bad. A bit of clear, yellowish vaginal discharge No other issues so far!
Worse skin
0 helpful
0 comments
Used for 3 - 6 mo
25 years old
🇬🇧 UK
• 6th Feb 25
Positives of the Nexplexon implant is it is a very effective contraceptive and the insertion was quick and painless. However, I have been constantly bleeding (spotting and heavier bleeding) since I had it inserted 6 months ago. I have had bad cramping and lower back pain along side the bleeding. My overall mood has been effected as I feel exhausted most of the time, although I do work some night shifts so this may be a contributing factor. My sex drive has been lower than normal. I have noticed my boobs ache and feel sore. I am considering having it removed, if the bleeding does not settle.
Somewhat negative mood
3 more effects
0 helpful
0 comments
Implant common side effects
Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews
51% of implant reviewers reported tender breasts
43% of implant reviewers reported period like cramps
41% of implant reviewers reported vaginal discharge
37% of implant reviewers reported vaginal dryness
36% of implant reviewers reported breast enlargement
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